Month: July 2023

The Crookston Community Pool is closed until further notice.

The Eat United Food program will run through July 27 on Mondays through Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Ray Ecklund Park Complex at the Lion’s Shelter by the hut. All children 18 and younger can get a free meal, and adults 19 years or older can purchase a meal for $5. Children must be present in order to receive a meal (one per child.) Meals must be consumed on-site. There will be to-go meals this year.

Lutheran Social Services Meals will offer healthy meals for free at a Pop-Up Event in Crookston today at 9:00 a.m. Theres no cost, but donations and SNAP will be accepted. To reserve these meals, call Wendy Jerry at 218-773-3017. Drop off will be at Golden Link 324 North Main Street in Crookston. This distribution is for Minnesota residents ages 60 plus who are in need of healthy meals. Pick up a bundle of 10 meals. Limit one bundle per person.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have speaker Aliza Novacek-Olson come in on Tuesday, July 11, at 10:00 a.m., Pinochle and Recycled Cards at 1:00 p.m., andSAIL at 2:30 p.m.

The Golden Link Senior Center will be having Deb’s canasta on Tuesday, July 11, at 6:00 p.m., and there will be a VFW Auxiliary meeting at 6:00 p.m.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have an Aerie meeting on Tuesday, July 11, starting at 7:00 p.m. and will have Darts starting at 7:00 p.m.

The Fisher American Legion will have a Legion and SAL meeting on Tuesday, July 11, at 7:00 p.m.

There will be no Burger Night At the Fisher American Legion on
Wednesday, July 12.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have Men’s Cards on Wednesday, July 12, at 8:00 a.m. and will have a board meeting at 9:00 a.m., followed by cribbage at 10:00 a.m.

The Crookston Public Library will have a free screening of Happy Feet for ages 5 through 10 on Wednesday, July 12, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

The Crookston Blue Line Club will have its Annual Meeting on Wednesday, July 12 at 6:00 p.m. at the Crookston Sports Center in the Community Room. They will review the 2022-2023 season, go over the annual financial report, and vote for open seats. If you are interested in becoming a member, contact Kirsty at 218-470-0423 or crookstonhockey@gmail.com.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have an Auxiliary meeting on Wednesday, July 12, at 7:00 p.m.

The American Legion will have an American Legion Meeting on Wednesday, July 12, at 7:00 p.m.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have care on Thursday, July 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

The Crookston Public Library will have Storytime for ages 0 through 6 on Thursday, July 13, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

RiverView Health is offering a CPR class on Thursday, July 13, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the RiverView Home Care Building, 721 South Minnesota Street in Crookston. The cost is $50 for those needing certification, and for those not needing certification, the class is free. To register, call 218-281-9405. No walk-ins will be allowed.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have Bar Bingo on Thursday, July 13, starting at 6:30 p.m., and the kitchen will be serving baskets.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have SAIL on Friday, July 14, at 2:30 p.m.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have a walleye dinner on Friday, July 14, at 5:30 p.m., followed by a DAV meeting at 6:00 p.m.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have Bar Bingo on Friday, July 14, starting at 6:30 p.m. This is a $500 must-go jackpot.

The Crookston High School Annual Pirate Pride Golf Scramble will be on Friday, July 14, at Minakwa Golf Course. The cost is $100 per person and includes lunch. Call Minakwa at 281-1774 to reserve a cart. Carts are not included in the $100 per person. To pre-register, contact Steve Kofoed at 320-290-9904 or email stevenkofoed@isd593.org. Must be 18 years of age or have graduated high school. All proceeds will help support Crookston High School Pirate Athletics.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have Bar Bingo on Saturday, July 15, starting at 2:00 p.m. This is a $400 must-go jackpot.

The Crookston Community Theatre will present Vintage Hitchcock, a live radio play, on July 17, 18, and 19 at 7:00 p.m. each night at the Crookston Eagles Club. Admission at the door is $17 and includes a piece of pie at intermission.

If you are 55 years or older and are interested in becoming a member of the Golden Link Senior Center, head down to the Golden Link Center on Tuesday, July 18, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. They will have coffee and goodies, and there will be staff present to answer all of your questions about becoming a member.

The Crookston Public Library will have Baby Bounce for children 0 through 3 and their caregivers on Tuesday, July 18, from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m

An Ag Waste Collection will be held at CHS Ag Service on Highway 75 South in Crookston on Tuesday, July 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Old or unused herbicides or pesticides will be accepted. You can dispose of up to 300 pounds free of charge. For amounts greater than 300 pounds, call 218-694-2090. Waste pesticides only will be accepted, no paint, fuels, crop oils, rinsates or recycling.

The Northwest Research and Outreach Center’s annual Crops and Soils Day will be Wednesday, July 19, at the NWROCs maintenance/farm operations building. Signs will direct you to NWROC’s parking lot. The small grains morning tours will begin with registration and CEU sign-up at 7:30 a.m. and tours at 8:00 a.m., lunch at 11:45 and sugar beet tours with registration and CEU sign-up at 12:15 p.m. and tours at 12:45 p.m. If you need special accommodations for accessibility or have dietary restrictions, contact Megan Benoit at 218-281-8610 or by email at mbenoit@umn.edu.

The Marshall County Fair in Warren will be July 19 through 23.

The Crookston Public Library will have Just for Kix dance instructors teaching dance moves for kindergarten through grade 5 on Wednesday, July 19 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

The Common Ground Summer Bash will be Wednesday, July 19,from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Schuster Park in Crookston. There will be a Pickleball tournament, grill-out, lawn games, tennis, and basketball. Students who just finished sixth through twelfth grade can attend. For more info, contact Reilly Stroot at 218-242-2067 or Leah Winjum at 218-289-3250.

The Crookston Public Library will have Storytime for ages 0 through 6 on Thursday, July 20, from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Crazy Days in Crookston will be Thursday, July 20. Businesses will have Crazy Day Specials, and KROX will have their Crazy Day Auctions at 9:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

The Crookston Public Library will host an Outdoor Summer Concert featuring Brianna and Zach on Thursday, July 20, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair for seating.

The Crookston Public Library Books and Brews Book Club will meet at Drafts Sports Bar and Grill on Tuesday, July 25, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to discuss the book Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman.

The Crookston Public Library will host Nature Prints with Sara for ages birth to 13 on Wednesday, July 26, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Learn about relief printing and incorporating natural materials at the eco-printing party.

The Crookston Public Library will host Nature Printing Programs for Youth in grade PreK through seventh grade on Wednesday, July 26, at 2:00 p.m. Participants will create prints that can be used as cards, bookmarks, and more. All supplies will be provided, but youth should bring their own leaves.

The Crookston Public Library will have Storytime for ages 0 through 6 on Thursday, July 27, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

The Wesley United Methodist Church will have Summer Salad Lunches on July 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. They offer a variety of salads, homemade desserts, and beverages. Dine-in or take-out is available$ 12.00 per meal.

The Grand Theatre will have a Classic Family Matinee and Video Club gaming every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Admission is free with a concession purchase or pay just $1.

The first annual St. Jude’s Shanty Motorcycle Run will be Saturday, July 22. Registration is from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. The run starts at 11:00 a.m. at Irishmans Shanty. $20 per bike, $10 per passenger. The first stop is The Spot in Red Lake Falls, the second stop is the Black Cat in Thief River Falls, the third stop is the Cozy Bar in Brooks, then heads back to Irishmans Shanty. Proceeds go to St. Judes Research Hospital.

The Crookston Public Library will have Baby Bounce on Tuesday, August 1, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. These are social and early literacy activities for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Nite to Unite Neighbors Joining Neighbors will be held on Tuesday, August 1^st,from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the campus of the University of Minnesota Crookston.

The Fisher American Legion will have a Legion and SAL meeting on Tuesday, August 8, at 7:00 p.m.

The Wesley United Methodist Church will have Summer Salad Lunches on August 24, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. They offer a variety of salads, homemade desserts, and beverages. Dine-in or take-out is available$ 12.00 per meal.

DNR Hunter Safety Training for youth aged 11 and older will be on August 29 and 31 and on September 1, 5, 7, and 8. Field Day and Test will be Saturday, September 9. Classes are held at the Crookston Gun Club, 26251 240th St. S.W. in Crookston. To register, call Steve Videen at 218-289-2115 or email him at stevevideen@yahoo.com.

CONTINUING ANNOUNCEMENTS

A fundraising account has been established for David Meine, a Crookston native who suffers from Stage 3 Huntingtons disease. He recently became a double amputee and is confined to a wheelchair. Funds will be used to remodel their home to make it handicapped accessible. Stop by or mail a donation to American Federal Bank, 304 North Broadway, Crookston, MN. 56716 or call 218-281-3305. Reference Benefit Account for David Meine.

Twig and Branch Collection will be held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month, running from June through October. Place the materials on your curbside. Branches must be cut in four-foot lengths and bundled in order for the crews to take them away. Any branches or tree trunks not cut to this length and bundled will be left for the owner to haul away. Twigs may be in boxes or bags. Individuals removing their diseased elm trees should call City Hall to schedule a pickup. Please note that leaves, grass, and other compostable material must be in the clear City of Crookston bags and will be collected on your regular garbage collection day.

The Crookston Care and Share are now accepting donations of Womens, Mens, and childrens clothing as well as toiletries and other common items. Donations may be dropped off at the Care and Share Center at 220 East Third Street.

The Crookston Public Librarys Books & Brews Book Club meet on the fourth Tuesday of every other month at 6:30 p.m. at Drafts Sports Bar and Grill. They will discuss books and enjoy beverages. Appetizers are provided by the Friends of the Crookston Public Library; participants are responsible for the cost of their own food and drinks. All are welcome.

The Crookston Public Librarys Reading by the Red Book Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of every other month at the library at 6:30 p.m. They will discuss books and enjoy beverages.

The Golden Link is serving noon lunch Monday through Friday. The cost is $8. Veterans meals are half-price on the first Monday of the month. Call 281-3072 by 10:00 the day you plan to have lunch.

The Crookston Friends of the Library meet on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m.

The Crookston Library Board meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 5:15 p.m.

The Grand Theatre will have free gaming or family movie Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Its free with a concession stand purchase per person or just $1 without a concession stand purchase.

The Cove Youth Center in Crookston is open Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Students and parents should call ahead to check the availability of the youth center 218-470-0149.

The Crookston Care and Share Centers Donation and New Hope Food Shelf will be open every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and every Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. For information on the Care and Share New Hope Food Shelf website, click here. For more information or to donate, call 218-277-0000.

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The Northwest Regional Correction Center reported the arrest of the following-

Levi Roland Hansmeier, 32, of Apple Valley, for First-degree burglary.

Jesse Wayne Carlson, 32, of Crookston, for disorderly conduct.

Joel James Delonais, 33, of Grand Forks, for second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon.

Miranda Marie Slebodnik, 32, of Grand Forks, for third-degree drug possession in a school/park/public housing zone.

Shawn Micheal Schweigert, 31, of Grand Forks, for third-degree drug possession in a school/park/public housing zone.

Joseph David Ramsrud, 35, of Shevlin, for burglary and first-degree assault on a person in a building/property.

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Following the conclusion of the City Council meeting on Monday night, the Ways & Means Committee discussed further garbage services and plans and cannabis updates leading up to January 2025.

Only 4% of Crookston residents currently use the Crookston garbage services. All residents pay $6 a month for these services (drive-by fee), and the city receives an estimated $100,000 annually from that fee. Director of Public Works Brandon Carlson gave his thoughts, “Right now everybody pays $6 a month for residential houses only because we only provide garbage services to single households,” said Carlson, “apartments and other establishments have to get dumpster services from a private firm.”

Carlson presented to the Ways & Means Committee possible solutions for garbage services. One of the possibilities is adding garbage can services and cost the cost of them. Carlson estimated that 35-to-95-gallon cans would cost $8 to $10 per month or $96 to $120 per year for service. Other possibilities included the city hiring a private company to take care of the services. Still, Carlson stated it could benefit the town more so if they continued the current service, “is it more economical to look for a private waste management firm? Or a bigger trash collector?” said Carlson, “my gut tells me it will be cheaper for our residents to keep our city staff doing our services. And I would like to develop a can service.”

Another solution presented to the Committee was adding to the current garbage truck so that a garbage can system could be in place. Adding a can dumper to the garbage truck can allow city staff to dump cans from the curbs of resident’s homes, this might be beneficial due to many Crookston residents having to travel to the transfer station to dispose of their trash. If the can service were implemented, monthly garbage fees would go up to $16 monthly ($10 per can use, $6 drive-by price). Carlson’s next step in this process is to collect data from neighboring communities with municipal or private garbage services. He will compare the numbers and results of these services and present more possible solutions to Council in their next meeting.

City Administrator Corky Reynolds stated the options presented that may benefit the garbage services, “there is several options. One, keep the present system, two buy a new garbage truck with dual amenities, or buy a truck that has an arm that’s brand new,” said Reynolds. The data to be gathered is crucial in the city deciphering the service options. “We asked if they could obtain information in terms of what other cities do,” said Reynolds, “what do they charge for their canisters? How do they charge for their pickup? How does the cycling work?” The Council is searching for more information to make a more educated decision.

CANNABIS UPDATES

The Ways & Means Committee discussed recent cannabis updates from the State of Minnesota Legislature. Reynolds commented, “How will we deal now with the new cannabis legislation that involves T.H.C, sale of flowers, sale of seeds, and sale of plants,” said Reynolds. Council also talked about the selling parameters and the amounts that can be sold.

With more cannabis use and legal selling permits due to be implemented by the Minnesota State Legislature in January of 2025, it may come down to a city’s decision determining if that city will partake in the business.

Owners of CannaCorners John Reitmeier and Casey Hammer appeared at the meeting. CannaCorners is a T.H.C and C.B.D shop located in Crookston and Grand Forks which is known for selling beverages and edibles that contain cannabis. What this company sells is called “hemp” Hemp has below .3% of T.H.C.

Reitmeier and Hammer explained why they attended the meeting, “we believe so much in this product because customers time and time again tell us this improves their quality of life,” said Reitmeier, “no other medicine or therapy could compare to this product.”

Hammer talked about their objective of attending, “we are part of this community; we want to help this community because the more moratoriums there are, the harder it will be to sell our product,” said Hammer. Minnesota Legislature states it will take 12 to 15 months for licensing. Minnesotans can buy food and beverages that contain up to 5 milligrams of T.H.C per serving, with a limit of 50 milligrams per package.

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The Crookston City Council met on Monday evening in the city hall chambers.

CITY COUNCIL SELECTS MORGAN HIBMA TO FILL AT LARGE COUNCIL POSITION

The Crookston City Council held interviews on Monday afternoon for three candidates who applied to fill at large position for Council. The Council selected Morgan Hibma for the job, and she will be sworn in next time City Council meets. Hibma gave her thoughts on being selected, “I think that this is exciting, and it means a lot that I can give back to the community,” said Hibma, “I’ve joined the EDA board as well, and I’ve found that extremely fulfilling, and I’m now excited to give back in another way.”

Hibma previously ran for City Council two times before being asked to join the EDA board. Hibma is a South Dakota native and eventually studied at St. Cloud State University for post-secondary. Hibma has a marketing and business background and currently serves as the marketing director for Rydell in Grand Forks. Hibma has been a resident of Crookston for seven years, and she stated what she can bring to the community as a council member, “I’m open to hearing what people want and need; I want to look at issues and find a solution that maybe has not been thought of before,” said Hibma, “I want to look at issues from all angles, and I’m open to anybody in the community to come to me with ideas.”

The Council was unanimous in voting for Hibma. City Administrator Corky Reynolds gave his comments on the deciding factors of selecting their new council member, “Morgan had a very good interview, and she’s a very articulate person,” said Reynolds, “she brings a background of analyzing and involvement in the community and desire to serve people. She has good ties to the community and her husband a deputy, she has children, and she brings a desire to be a positive influence.” The Council believes Hibma will bring a unique perspective that can benefit the citizens of Crookston. Reynolds stated they’re “very excited to have her on board.”

IRISHMAN’S SHANTY APPROVED TO SELL INTOXICATING LIQUOR AT TUNES ON TUESDAY

Tunes on Tuesday is a monthly event in downtown Crookston, where the Wayne Hotel was previously located. This is a free event where live music takes place. The resolution was to have food and alcohol served at this event. Irshman’s Shanty is the caterer to this event, and they currently have a caterer license; they now have the right to sell alcohol and food off their premises at this event monthly.

REBID FOR HOUSTON AVENUE AND ALEXANDER STREET PASSED

The Council put in another bid for Houston Avenue and Alexander Street. Houston Avenue is now passed to have water piping underneath the road, and Alexander Street will be reconstructed with overlay and new pavement.

PARK AND REC POOL AND ACTIVITIES UPDATE

Crookston Parks and Recreation canceled all activities last week due to July 4; all activities resumed Monday, July 10. Updates were given by Director of Parks and Recreations Jake Solberg, who stated that the pumps are running according to schedule at the pool. Recently, an HVAC pipe was rotted in the boiler room, and that has been repaired. Currently, the collection is being heated, and it is up to 78 degrees. All swim lessons have been canceled for July due to staffing issues, and the chemical testing of the pool is still not final. The complete analysis for the public collection will be finalized before the end of the month. ‘

STREETSWEEPER TO BE PURCHASED BY THE CITY

Crookston Public Works is set to purchase a street sweeper for $270,000. The street sweeper currently running through town was purchased over ten years ago; Director of Public Works Brandon Carlson gave his thoughts, “We’re going to keep the existing street sweeper; it’s getting older, so it might have more breakdowns,” said Carlson, “hopefully they don’t break down at the same time, and we’ll be able to make a pass-through town twice as quickly hypothetically.” The current street sweeper has re-occurring issues with the bearings, the steal thinning, and belt issues. With a new engine installed on the street sweeper, Carlson is hopeful they can run the current street sweeper and the new one simultaneously.

The City did not have to chime in for the new purchase; Carlson explains where the funds came from, “it’s called central garage fund, every month we track the hours our guys run it. We can get up to 35 dollars an hour for usage of the machine, and that is allocated to the 701 funds,” said Carlson, “it’s a saving account for future equipment purchases.”

PUBLIC WORKS TO SPRAY MOSQUITOS

Public works will spray in the Crookston area on Tuesday, July 11, from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. This is reportedly the most effective time to spray for mosquitos. “We’re going to have four sprayers out, and we’re going to work with the park a little bit,” said Carlson, “they’re going to have one in the back of their ranger and hit the park area a bit to try and hit the remote spots.” Following the initial spray, Public Works will chart the data and determine if another spray is necessary.

CONSENT AGENDA

The consent agenda included approving the City Council meeting minutes from June 26 and supporting bills and disbursements in the amount of $352,428.25. It had the resolution of donations for the Parks and Recreation Department in memory of Wayne Melbye, the resolution of a donation for the Parks and Recreation Department from Brost Chevy, and a resolution regarding a donation for the Police Department for Night to Unite.

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The Minnesota Department of Revenue announced today the process to send 2.4 million one-time tax rebate payments to Minnesotans. This rebate was part of the historic 2023 One Minnesota Budget, signed into law by Governor Tim Walz on May 24, 2023.

“This rebate will help millions of Minnesotans pay for everyday expenses such as groceries, school supplies, rent, or childcare,” said Revenue Commissioner Paul Marquart. “We know it will be very valuable to a lot of people, and we look forward to sending payments out in early fall.”

Taxpayers will not apply for this rebate payment. The department will use tax year 2021 individual income tax or property tax refund returns to determine eligibility and distribute these tax rebate payments in the early fall.

Eligible recipients who have not changed their address or banking information from what was on their 2021 income tax or property tax refund returns do not need to take any action.

Taxpayers who are eligible for the rebate and need to update their address or bank information should visit a new online portal attaxrebate.mn.govto update that information before 5:00 pm CST on Friday, July 28, 2023.

There is no application for the one-time tax rebate payment.Only eligible rebate recipients who need to update their information need to use the secure online portal.

What do taxpayers need to do?

When will rebate payments go out?

Eligible recipients of the one-time tax rebate can expect to get their rebate payment in the early fall.

Who is eligible for the one-time tax rebate?

You are eligible if you meet all of the following requirements:

• You were a Minnesota resident for part or all of 2021
• You filed one of the following returns by December 31, 2022:
  • 2021 Form M1, Minnesota Individual Income Tax
  • 2021 Form M1PR, Homestead Credit Refund (for Homeowners) and Renters Property Tax Refund
• Your2021 adjusted gross income (line 1 of Form M1 or Form M1PR)was:
  • $150,000 or less for married joint filers
  • $75,000 or less for all other filers
• You were not claimed as a dependent on someone else’s 2021 Minnesota income tax return

Taxpayers who died before January 1, 2023, are not eligible.

Visit our website forone-time tax rebate eligibility requirements and additional information.

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The Crookston City Council will meet on Monday at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.

The consent agenda includes the approval of the City Council meeting minutes from June 26. It also provides for the approval of bills and disbursements in the amount of $352,428.25. It will include the resolution of donations for the Parks and Recreation Department in memory of Wayne Melbye, the resolution of a donation for the Parks and Recreation Department from Brost Chevy, and a resolution regarding a donation for the Police Department for Night to Unite.

The regular agenda includes a resolution regarding Irishman’s Shanty dispensing of intoxicating liquor or premises at a community event and the purchase of a new street sweeper for the Crookston Public Works Department. There will also be a resolution of accepting the bid and awarding the contract for the 2023 Street & Utility Improvements.

For the complete agenda packet, click here.

The Crookston Ways and Means Committee will meet after the City Council meeting Monday evening. Items on the agenda are a discussion on garbage collection, and cannabis. Mayor Dale Stainbrook will also make recommendations to several committees, including Kristie Jerde to the Crookston Visitors Bureau, Joe Kresl to the Park Board, and the new At-Large Council Member to the Development Policy and Review Committee and the Planning Commission.

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